German Goulash Soup
3 lbs. beef chuck or sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 large onions, quartered and sliced
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
5 medium carrots, chopped
4 cups beef broth
2 cup water
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook and stir the beef, onion and in oil until meat is browned on all sides; drain. Stir in the next 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste and caraway seeds. Cover and simmer 25-30 minutes longer or until meat is tender. Discard bay leaves. Excellent with a good beer!!!